Wednesday, March 8, 2017

Happy International Women's Day

According to Iranian myths, women and men have been at the same position in
ancient Iranian society. Many Zoroastrian Yazatas (angels) were created as
strong women in the mind of Iranians. Anahita, one of the most important
Zoroastrian angels, is known as the goddess of water and “Nahid”, the female
Yazata who is known as the protector and savior of the women. Nahid is also the
goddess of pregnancy and purity.

There are also historic documents about some women who had military jobs
during Achaemenid and Parthian era. In Iranian contemporary and pop culture,
the strength of the women is not underestimated and it is believed that nothing
can break the power of a group of the women who have organized a union!

On March 8th, International Women’s Day, Uppersia team wishes a happy and
peaceful day and life for all the women in the world!